Albuquerque Events and Theaters

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The largest city in the state of New Mexico, Albuquerque attracts tourists throughout the year. Golf courses, spas, living history museums and of course, the very popular, one of its kind, hot air balloon festival. These all provide a wide variety of activities for tourists. Make sure you rent a cheap car at Albuquerque from CRX when you are touring. Having a regular rental every day, during the course of your stay here, will help you minimize your travel hassles.

PopeJoy Hall

Located at the campus of the University of New Mexico PopeJoy Hall is a popular theater showcasing performing arts and is the leading performing arts venue in New Mexico. With a seating capacity for 1,985 guests, it is also the largest performing arts venue in New Mexico. The theater is a popular center for touring Broadway shows, symphony concerts and world renowned ballets. It also hosts musical soloists that include artists from all over the globe. Parking facilities are available for car rentals at Albuquerque. You can park at any of the vacant lots that are reserved for the theater's guests at north of Lomas on the University grounds and ride a free shuttle directly to the theater

The Mystery Café

This interactive theater/diner, is an interactive play where the audiences are allowed to participate in the solving of the crime. A murder mystery is set before the dinner guests with clues waiting to be discovered, which will lead the guests to the elusive murderer. With funny and light hearted scripts that copy the most bizarre murder scenarios, a night out at Mystery Café provides enjoyable entertainment. The stage is set on Fridays and Saturdays at 07:00pm.

Events

Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta

If you plan to be in Albuquerque during October, drive your cheap Albuquerque car rental from CRX to 5000 Balloon Fiesta Parkway NE to enjoy the mesmerizing sight of around 700 hot air balloons soaring high above in the skies as the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta begins. Lasting for a whole nine days the colorful air balloon fiesta began humbly with just 13 balloons taking off from a shopping mall parking lot. The event soon turned into an annual event, making it the world's largest hot-air balloon event.

Annual Rio Grande Arts & Crafts Festival

This festival showcases some of the finest in arts and crafts by the country's best artists and craftsmen while providing wholesome entertainment to families. With a variety of food stalls, entertainment shows and fun activities, this event has won the distinction of featuring in the Top 200 Events Coast to Coast by Events Business News. Creativity comes to life here with the display of beautiful handicrafts that include pottery, jewelry, paintings, clothes, woodwork and a wide assortment of ideas.